Apply Section Shape Parameters to Framing Elements

Assign a section shape type to the family category of the framing element you are modifying. The section shape provides additional parameters for the element.

1. Open the structural framing family in the Family Editor.
2. Click Create tab Properties panel (Family Category and Parameters).
3. In the Family Category and Parameters dialog, under Family Parameter, select a Section Shape. The Structural Section Properties dialog displays the available section shapes.
4. Click OK to close the Family Category and Parameters dialog.
5. Click Create tab Properties panel (Family Type).
6. Define the new parameter values under Dimensions.
7. Define the new parameter values under Structural Analysis.
8. Click OK to close the Family Types dialog. When the family is loaded into the model, the new parameters are available on the Type Properties dialog. These new properties can be selected for schedules.